As populations have grown, farming practices have become more intensified to maximise crop yields and ensure we can feed the ever growing population. Fertilisers and pesticides are used on crops, and animals may be kept inside in more densely packed sheds to maximise milk yields, or egg production, or speed up the time needed for the animal to be ready to be sent to market for meat.
An alternative to conventional farming is organic farming.
Organic farming currently accounts for about 1% of agricultural land worldwide. It focuses on sustainability and is thought to have less detrimental effects on the environment than conventional farming. This has led to it being proposed as an alternative to conventional agriculture for helping to overcome the climate change crisis we are currently experiencing. The debate continues, as it is not a perfect solution.
In theory, organic farming should not use chemical fertilisers, herbicides and pesticides or feed additives for livestock. It requires the farmer to use more natural alternatives. This results in lower yields, but the farmer can sell their produce at a higher price because consumers believe the produce is of a higher quality.
Instead of fertilisers, manure is used. This recycles waste and improves the soil structure. However, it is smelly and more difficult to apply than chemical fertilisers, and also means the farmer has less control over the mineral content they are putting into their soils.
Crop rotation is used to reduce disease building up in the soils and to strengthen the soil composition. Certain crops, such as the legume family - so peas and beans, fix nitrogen from the air and increase the nitrates in the soil. This makes the soil much more fertile, and so farmers rotate legumes with their other crops. Growing multiple crops is however less efficient and produces lower yields than specialising in one or few crops however.
Instead of using herbicides, weeding is the preferred organic farming technique. This is of course much more environmentally friendly because it is chemical free but it is very labour intensive. Although this does mean more jobs available, which is a great thing.
Organic farming is thought to maintain the biodiversity better than conventional farming because fewer chemicals are used. There are more bumble bees and insects in an area because pesticides haven’t been used. Weeds and non-crop plants can grow as herbicides aren’t used. Biodiversity benefits the food chain across all levels, from the plants up to the foxes.
These are the theories of organic farming, and is how we farmed for the one hundred thousand years before the industrial revolution. It is generally thought that organic farming is much better for biodiversity, and also produces a healthier product because less chemicals are used on it.
In the second video on organic farming, we will look at some of the problems of organic farming, and the reality of what it means to be an organic farm.
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Organic is cheaper and faster than traditional fertilization.
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Thitry years ago many began to question industrial farming methods and the green "organic" revolution started.......
The promise of the good life predicted 20% organic farming by the year 2000.
Were the prediction right?
Were the promises delivered?
Tom Heap Investigates........

published:07 Aug 2017

views:11419

Organic Farming for beginners. From the movie DistrictEarth
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Watch the next episode about San Francisco becoming a zero waste city: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Cg3OA1s8-SI&list=UUJsSEDFFnMFvW9JWU6XUn0Q
As urban populations continue to rise, innovators are looking beyond traditional farming as a way to feed everyone while having less impact on our land and water resources. Vertical farming is one solution that's been implemented around the world. Vertical farms produce crops in stacked layers, often in controlled environments such as those built by AeroFarms in Newark, New Jersey. AeroFarms grows a variety of leafy salad greens using a process called "aeroponics," which relies on air and mist. AeroFarms' crops are grown entirely indoors using a reusable cloth medium made from recycled plastics. In the absence of sun exposure, the company uses LED lights that expose plants to only certain types of spectrum. AeroFarms claims it uses 95% less water than a traditional farm thanks to its specially designed root misting system. And it is now building out a new 70,000 square foot facility in a former steel mill. Once completed, it's expected to grow 2 million pounds of greens per year, making it the largest indoor vertical farm in the world.
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John fromhttp://www.growingyourgreens.com/ goes on a field trip to Sustainable Harvesters, one of the largest commercial aquaponic farms in texas. You will discover how they are able to grow 7000 heads of lettuce a week using fish to produce fertilizer for the lettuce.
In this episode, John will give you a special tour of this commercial aquaponics farm. First, you will learn how aquaponics is different than hydroponics and which is more sustainable and better for the planet.
Next, you will learn all the different aspects of an aquaponics system and how it works and some of the special practices they do at Sustainable Harvesters that I haven't seen anywhere else.
You will discover why they don't add any additional nutrients to their system as well as why the only cultivate a special kind of fish that ensures their aquaponics system stays balanced.
John will then share with you how lettuce is grown from seed to full maturity in 6 weeks at Sustainable Harvesters Aquaponics Farm.
You will discover if Red or Green lettuce requires higher levels of nutrients. You will learn how they are able to cool their greenhouse efficiently using the least amount of energy and how they automatically control the temperature in the winter.
You will learn if green or red lettuce is healthier to eat.
You will also discover a home aquaponics system that you can purchase from sustainable harvesters and put on your patio at home to start growing more of your food today using the proven aquaponics technology they have been growing now for the over 3 years.
You will discover the one secret ingredient they add to their aquaponics system that caused their plants to grow faster and get greener than without it.
You will learn how you can visit Sustainable Harvesters outside Houston, TX to take an aquaponics farm tour or aquaponics class.
Finally, you will learn the one thing you need to do to ensure your success if you will be starting your own business or farm.
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With organic farming reviving across India, and around the globe, the area under such cultivation is expected to rise in the coming years. WION brings you a special report on the changing scenario of organic farming in India
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A long stretch of road linking several provinces of Myanmar, the Lao People’s Democratic Republic, Thailand and Viet Nam is home to many impoverished farmers. But things are slowly changing. Thanks to an improved road system, farmers now have an opportunity to distribute their agricultural products over long distances, reaching large, rich markets across the region. Farmers are also adding value to agricultural production through organic farming in order to raise their income. Once a marginal activity targeting niche markets, organic farming is becoming a mainstream business opportunity, meeting the demands of a rapidly expanding market.
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published:21 Oct 2014

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📜 Organic3.0 is the next phase of organic development. Organic 3.0 has the goal to enable a widespread uptake of truly sustainable farming systems and markets based on organic principles.
📥 DOWNLOAD “The World of Organic Agricultural 2018” for free:
https://www.ifoam.bio/en/sign-download-world-organic-agriculture-statistics-emerging-trends-2018
The 2018 edition of the study “The World of Organic Agriculture” (data per end of 2016) published by FiBL and IFOAM – Organics International shows that the positive trend seen in the past years continues: Consumer demand for organic products is increasing, more farmers cultivate organically, more land is certified organic, and 178 countries report organic farming activities. The survey is supported by the SwissState Secretariat for Economic Affairs (SECO), the International Trade Centre (ITC), and NürnbergMesse, the organizers of the BIOFACH fair.
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https://ifoam.bio/organic3zero
🔎 LEARN MORE about the Principles/Landmarks of Organic Agriculture:
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How to Support the Growth of the Organic Sector by Funding Consumer Awareness Campaigns
https://www.organicwithoutboundaries.bio/2018/06/27/funding-consumer-awareness-campaigns/
Pacific StatesLead by Example on Climate Change by Going Organic!
https://www.organicwithoutboundaries.bio/2017/12/11/climate-disasters/
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https://www.organicwithoutboundaries.bio/2018/06/13/benefits-organic-farming-laos/
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published:13 Nov 2017

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Time to reconnect with our relatives in nature - the plant beings. A group of First NationsPeople in Saskatchewan Canada are reclaiming their Indigenous organic and natural agricultural heritage, reconnecting with Nature, learning and observing her natural laws, and getting back on the road to self-reliance. This video is presented here courtesy of Muskoday Organic Growers Co-op.. If you want to purchase a copy of this video please contact the producers through this link: rivard@rivard.tv

Sustainable agriculture

Sustainable agriculture is the act of farming based on an understanding of ecosystem services, the study of relationships between organisms and their environment. It has been defined as "an integrated system of plant and animal production practices having a site-specific application that will last over the long term", for example:

Satisfy human food and fiber needs

Enhance environmental quality and the natural resource base upon which the agricultural economy depends

Make the most efficient use of non-renewable resources and on-farm resources and integrate, where appropriate, natural biological cycles and controls

Sustain the economic viability of farm operations

Enhance the quality of life for farmers and society as a whole

History of the term

The phrase was reportedly coined by Australian agricultural scientist Gordon McClymont.
Wes Jackson is credited with the first publication of the expression in his 1980 book New Roots for Agriculture.
The term became popularly used in the late 1980s.

List of Internet top-level domains

The official list of all top-level domains is maintained by the Internet Assigned Numbers Authority (IANA). IANA also oversees the approval process for new proposed top-level domains. As of January 2016, the root domain contains 1205 top-level domains, while a few have been retired and are no longer functional.

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At a lower level of organization, infantry units commonly incorporate organic armour or artillery units to improve their combined arms capability. Organic assets are closely integrated into their parent unit's command structure and their personnel are familiar with other personnel in the parent unit, improving coordination and responsiveness and making the parent unit more self-sufficient.

However, over-emphasis of organic assets can create wasteful redundancy. For instance, an infantry unit assigned to urban peacekeeping duties might have little use for its organic artillery, while another unit deployed elsewhere might have less artillery support than it required. The question of how much to emphasise the use of organic assets, as opposed to coordination with separate units ('joint organization') is a subject of debate and heavily dependent on questions of command and control.

What is organic farming? | Biology for All | FuseSchool

As populations have grown, farming practices have become more intensified to maximise crop yields and ensure we can feed the ever growing population. Fertilisers and pesticides are used on crops, and animals may be kept inside in more densely packed sheds to maximise milk yields, or egg production, or speed up the time needed for the animal to be ready to be sent to market for meat.
An alternative to conventional farming is organic farming.
Organic farming currently accounts for about 1% of agricultural land worldwide. It focuses on sustainability and is thought to have less detrimental effects on the environment than conventional farming. This has led to it being proposed as an alternative to conventional agriculture for helping to overcome the climate change crisis we are currently experiencing. The debate continues, as it is not a perfect solution.
In theory, organic farming should not use chemical fertilisers, herbicides and pesticides or feed additives for livestock. It requires the farmer to use more natural alternatives. This results in lower yields, but the farmer can sell their produce at a higher price because consumers believe the produce is of a higher quality.
Instead of fertilisers, manure is used. This recycles waste and improves the soil structure. However, it is smelly and more difficult to apply than chemical fertilisers, and also means the farmer has less control over the mineral content they are putting into their soils.
Crop rotation is used to reduce disease building up in the soils and to strengthen the soil composition. Certain crops, such as the legume family - so peas and beans, fix nitrogen from the air and increase the nitrates in the soil. This makes the soil much more fertile, and so farmers rotate legumes with their other crops. Growing multiple crops is however less efficient and produces lower yields than specialising in one or few crops however.
Instead of using herbicides, weeding is the preferred organic farming technique. This is of course much more environmentally friendly because it is chemical free but it is very labour intensive. Although this does mean more jobs available, which is a great thing.
Organic farming is thought to maintain the biodiversity better than conventional farming because fewer chemicals are used. There are more bumble bees and insects in an area because pesticides haven’t been used. Weeds and non-crop plants can grow as herbicides aren’t used. Biodiversity benefits the food chain across all levels, from the plants up to the foxes.
These are the theories of organic farming, and is how we farmed for the one hundred thousand years before the industrial revolution. It is generally thought that organic farming is much better for biodiversity, and also produces a healthier product because less chemicals are used on it.
In the second video on organic farming, we will look at some of the problems of organic farming, and the reality of what it means to be an organic farm.
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31:47

Farming Simulator 17 - Guide - Organic Farming!

Farming Simulator 17 - Guide - Organic Farming!

Farming Simulator 17 - Guide - Organic Farming!

Organic is cheaper and faster than traditional fertilization.
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9:53

Organic Farming. BBC Countryfile

Organic Farming. BBC Countryfile

Organic Farming. BBC Countryfile

Thitry years ago many began to question industrial farming methods and the green "organic" revolution started.......
The promise of the good life predicted 20% organic farming by the year 2000.
Were the prediction right?
Were the promises delivered?
Tom Heap Investigates........

22:38

Organic Farming

Organic Farming

Organic Farming

Organic Farming for beginners. From the movie DistrictEarth
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3:38

This Farm of the Future Uses No Soil and 95% Less Water

This Farm of the Future Uses No Soil and 95% Less Water

This Farm of the Future Uses No Soil and 95% Less Water

Watch the next episode about San Francisco becoming a zero waste city: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Cg3OA1s8-SI&list=UUJsSEDFFnMFvW9JWU6XUn0Q
As urban populations continue to rise, innovators are looking beyond traditional farming as a way to feed everyone while having less impact on our land and water resources. Vertical farming is one solution that's been implemented around the world. Vertical farms produce crops in stacked layers, often in controlled environments such as those built by AeroFarms in Newark, New Jersey. AeroFarms grows a variety of leafy salad greens using a process called "aeroponics," which relies on air and mist. AeroFarms' crops are grown entirely indoors using a reusable cloth medium made from recycled plastics. In the absence of sun exposure, the company uses LED lights that expose plants to only certain types of spectrum. AeroFarms claims it uses 95% less water than a traditional farm thanks to its specially designed root misting system. And it is now building out a new 70,000 square foot facility in a former steel mill. Once completed, it's expected to grow 2 million pounds of greens per year, making it the largest indoor vertical farm in the world.
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How a Sustainable Aquaponics Farm Grows 7000 Heads of Lettuce a Week

How a Sustainable Aquaponics Farm Grows 7000 Heads of Lettuce a Week

How a Sustainable Aquaponics Farm Grows 7000 Heads of Lettuce a Week

John fromhttp://www.growingyourgreens.com/ goes on a field trip to Sustainable Harvesters, one of the largest commercial aquaponic farms in texas. You will discover how they are able to grow 7000 heads of lettuce a week using fish to produce fertilizer for the lettuce.
In this episode, John will give you a special tour of this commercial aquaponics farm. First, you will learn how aquaponics is different than hydroponics and which is more sustainable and better for the planet.
Next, you will learn all the different aspects of an aquaponics system and how it works and some of the special practices they do at Sustainable Harvesters that I haven't seen anywhere else.
You will discover why they don't add any additional nutrients to their system as well as why the only cultivate a special kind of fish that ensures their aquaponics system stays balanced.
John will then share with you how lettuce is grown from seed to full maturity in 6 weeks at Sustainable Harvesters Aquaponics Farm.
You will discover if Red or Green lettuce requires higher levels of nutrients. You will learn how they are able to cool their greenhouse efficiently using the least amount of energy and how they automatically control the temperature in the winter.
You will learn if green or red lettuce is healthier to eat.
You will also discover a home aquaponics system that you can purchase from sustainable harvesters and put on your patio at home to start growing more of your food today using the proven aquaponics technology they have been growing now for the over 3 years.
You will discover the one secret ingredient they add to their aquaponics system that caused their plants to grow faster and get greener than without it.
You will learn how you can visit Sustainable Harvesters outside Houston, TX to take an aquaponics farm tour or aquaponics class.
Finally, you will learn the one thing you need to do to ensure your success if you will be starting your own business or farm.
After watching this episode, you will have learned what it takes to grow 7000 heads of lettuce a week sustainably using fish and creating systems to ensure everything runs smoothly.
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Changing India: The future of organic farming in India

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Organic Farming along the Mighty Mekong

A long stretch of road linking several provinces of Myanmar, the Lao People’s Democratic Republic, Thailand and Viet Nam is home to many impoverished farmers. But things are slowly changing. Thanks to an improved road system, farmers now have an opportunity to distribute their agricultural products over long distances, reaching large, rich markets across the region. Farmers are also adding value to agricultural production through organic farming in order to raise their income. Once a marginal activity targeting niche markets, organic farming is becoming a mainstream business opportunity, meeting the demands of a rapidly expanding market.
The Asian Development Bank aims for an Asia and Pacific free from poverty. Approximately 1.4 billion people in the region are poor and unable to access essential goods, services, assets and opportunities to which every human is entitled.
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3:56

Organic 3.0 - Sustainable Food and Farming 🥦 🍅 🍎

Organic 3.0 - Sustainable Food and Farming 🥦 🍅 🍎

Organic 3.0 - Sustainable Food and Farming 🥦 🍅 🍎

📜 Organic3.0 is the next phase of organic development. Organic 3.0 has the goal to enable a widespread uptake of truly sustainable farming systems and markets based on organic principles.
📥 DOWNLOAD “The World of Organic Agricultural 2018” for free:
https://www.ifoam.bio/en/sign-download-world-organic-agriculture-statistics-emerging-trends-2018
The 2018 edition of the study “The World of Organic Agriculture” (data per end of 2016) published by FiBL and IFOAM – Organics International shows that the positive trend seen in the past years continues: Consumer demand for organic products is increasing, more farmers cultivate organically, more land is certified organic, and 178 countries report organic farming activities. The survey is supported by the SwissState Secretariat for Economic Affairs (SECO), the International Trade Centre (ITC), and NürnbergMesse, the organizers of the BIOFACH fair.
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The global organic movement developed the concept of Organic 3.0 that is summarized in this landmark document in a participatory process. The membership shares the visions and commits to being part of this strategic roadmap and to following the common objectives in own missions and strategies.
https://ifoam.bio/organic3zero
🔎 LEARN MORE about the Principles/Landmarks of Organic Agriculture:
https://www.ifoam.bio/en/organic-landmarks/principles-organic-agriculture
📥 DOWNLOAD Organic 3.0 for Truly Sustainable Farming & Consumption - A LandmarkDocument of the Organic Movement:
https://www.ifoam.bio/sites/default/files/summary_organic3.0_web_1.pdf
📥 DOWNLOAD Best PracticeGuideline for Agriculture & Value Chains:
https://www.ifoam.bio/sites/default/files/best_practice_guideline_v1.0.pdf
💻 CHECK OUT our blog posts highlights important aspects of Organic Agriculture:
How to Support the Growth of the Organic Sector by Funding Consumer Awareness Campaigns
https://www.organicwithoutboundaries.bio/2018/06/27/funding-consumer-awareness-campaigns/
Pacific StatesLead by Example on Climate Change by Going Organic!
https://www.organicwithoutboundaries.bio/2017/12/11/climate-disasters/
Find Out How Organic Farming Benefits Farmers, Consumers, Buyers and Traders!
https://www.organicwithoutboundaries.bio/2018/06/13/benefits-organic-farming-laos/
Winners of the Organic Farming Innovation Award 2017!
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The Great Laws of Nature: Indigenous Organic Agriculture Documentary

The Great Laws of Nature: Indigenous Organic Agriculture Documentary

The Great Laws of Nature: Indigenous Organic Agriculture Documentary

Time to reconnect with our relatives in nature - the plant beings. A group of First NationsPeople in Saskatchewan Canada are reclaiming their Indigenous organic and natural agricultural heritage, reconnecting with Nature, learning and observing her natural laws, and getting back on the road to self-reliance. This video is presented here courtesy of Muskoday Organic Growers Co-op.. If you want to purchase a copy of this video please contact the producers through this link: rivard@rivard.tv

42:33

Organic food - hype or hope? | DW Documentary

Organic food - hype or hope? | DW Documentary

Organic food - hype or hope? | DW Documentary

There is growing demand in the western world for organic food. But do consumers always get what it says on the label? How can authenticity be verified?
Is organic food automatically healthier? Consumers are prepared to pay a significant premium for it. There are currently, however, no reliable tests for distinguishing organic from conventionally produced food. Farmers need to invest a great deal of time, energy and money to qualify as a producer of organic food. There is no proof, however, that organic food actually contains fewer contaminants than conventionally farmed products. There is no such thing as pollution-free food, and there are currently no tests available for reliably distinguishing between organic and non-organic food. That opens doors for lucrative labeling fraud, which in turn explains why there are far more organic eggs on the market at Easter than at any other time of the year. The statistics clearly suggest manipulation, but it is hard to obtain evidence due to the differences between the two production processes appearing to have little effect on the quality of the product. Irish dairy farmers, for instance, are not allowed to label their milk "organic" because the pasture land where their herds spend more than 300 days a year are treated with mineral fertilizers. Because cows are themselves bioreactors, however, the milk they yield contains no trace at all of fertilizer. On average, conventional Irish milk contains more omega 3 fatty acids and antioxidants than organic milk from Germany. The reason is the fodder; German organic farms may use only concentrates and silage as supplementary feed to increase milk output - which impacts negatively on the quality of the milk. This documentary looks at researchers who are studying potential ways of reliably distinguishing between organic and conventionally produced food. And that is no easy task. Nearly every foodstuff requires a specific test. But one thing is certain: organic farming makes a major contribution to human welfare - by helping to mitigate climate change, protect the groundwater, conserve nature and promote animal welfare.
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3:28

Ballance and SAP – Sustainable Farming in New Zealand

Ballance and SAP – Sustainable Farming in New Zealand

Ballance and SAP – Sustainable Farming in New Zealand

New Zealand's agri-nutrient cooperative Balance ensures that farmers get the right products at a tip of their fingers – with myBallance running on SAPHybris and SAP S/4HANA applications.

What is organic farming? | Biology for All | FuseSchool

As populations have grown, farming practices have become more intensified to maximise crop yields and ensure we can feed the ever growing population. Fertilisers and pesticides are used on crops, and animals may be kept inside in more densely packed sheds to maximise milk yields, or egg production, or speed up the time needed for the animal to be ready to be sent to market for meat.
An alternative to conventional farming is organic farming.
Organic farming currently accounts for about 1% of agricultural land worldwide. It focuses on sustainability and is thought to have less detrimental effects on the environment than conventional farming. This has led to it being proposed as an alternative to conventional agriculture for helping to overcome the climate change crisis we are currently ex...

published: 17 Nov 2016

Farming Simulator 17 - Guide - Organic Farming!

Organic is cheaper and faster than traditional fertilization.
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Organic Farming. BBC Countryfile

Thitry years ago many began to question industrial farming methods and the green "organic" revolution started.......
The promise of the good life predicted 20% organic farming by the year 2000.
Were the prediction right?
Were the promises delivered?
Tom Heap Investigates........

published: 07 Aug 2017

Organic Farming

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published: 22 Feb 2016

This Farm of the Future Uses No Soil and 95% Less Water

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As urban populations continue to rise, innovators are looking beyond traditional farming as a way to feed everyone while having less impact on our land and water resources. Vertical farming is one solution that's been implemented around the world. Vertical farms produce crops in stacked layers, often in controlled environments such as those built by AeroFarms in Newark, New Jersey. AeroFarms grows a variety of leafy salad greens using a process called "aeroponics," which relies on air and mist. AeroFarms' crops are grown entirely indoors using a reusable cloth medium made from recycled plastics. In the absence of sun exposure, the company uses LE...

published: 05 Jul 2016

How a Sustainable Aquaponics Farm Grows 7000 Heads of Lettuce a Week

John fromhttp://www.growingyourgreens.com/ goes on a field trip to Sustainable Harvesters, one of the largest commercial aquaponic farms in texas. You will discover how they are able to grow 7000 heads of lettuce a week using fish to produce fertilizer for the lettuce.
In this episode, John will give you a special tour of this commercial aquaponics farm. First, you will learn how aquaponics is different than hydroponics and which is more sustainable and better for the planet.
Next, you will learn all the different aspects of an aquaponics system and how it works and some of the special practices they do at Sustainable Harvesters that I haven't seen anywhere else.
You will discover why they don't add any additional nutrients to their system as well as why the only cultivate a specia...

Changing India: The future of organic farming in India

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published: 06 Apr 2017

Sustainable Farming Techniques: What are our options?

Did you know that our current farming processes are unsustainable? In this video we will provide a little background on current sustainability problems, and then compare the alternatives. At the end, we'll tell you what our pick is for the most sustainable farming system.
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Funge-Smith, S. Phillips, M.J.2001. “Aquaculture systems and species”. In R.P. Subasinghe, P. Bueno, M.J. Phillips, C. Hough, S.E. McGladdery & J.R.Arthur, eds. Aquaculture in the Third Millennium. ...

published: 29 Aug 2017

Organic Farming along the Mighty Mekong

A long stretch of road linking several provinces of Myanmar, the Lao People’s Democratic Republic, Thailand and Viet Nam is home to many impoverished farmers. But things are slowly changing. Thanks to an improved road system, farmers now have an opportunity to distribute their agricultural products over long distances, reaching large, rich markets across the region. Farmers are also adding value to agricultural production through organic farming in order to raise their income. Once a marginal activity targeting niche markets, organic farming is becoming a mainstream business opportunity, meeting the demands of a rapidly expanding market.
The Asian Development Bank aims for an Asia and Pacific free from poverty. Approximately 1.4 billion people in the region are poor and unable to access e...

published: 21 Oct 2014

Organic 3.0 - Sustainable Food and Farming 🥦 🍅 🍎

📜 Organic3.0 is the next phase of organic development. Organic 3.0 has the goal to enable a widespread uptake of truly sustainable farming systems and markets based on organic principles.
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The 2018 edition of the study “The World of Organic Agriculture” (data per end of 2016) published by FiBL and IFOAM – Organics International shows that the positive trend seen in the past years continues: Consumer demand for organic products is increasing, more farmers cultivate organically, more land is certified organic, and 178 countries report organic farming activities. The survey is supported by the SwissState Secretariat for Economic Af...

published: 13 Nov 2017

The Great Laws of Nature: Indigenous Organic Agriculture Documentary

Time to reconnect with our relatives in nature - the plant beings. A group of First NationsPeople in Saskatchewan Canada are reclaiming their Indigenous organic and natural agricultural heritage, reconnecting with Nature, learning and observing her natural laws, and getting back on the road to self-reliance. This video is presented here courtesy of Muskoday Organic Growers Co-op.. If you want to purchase a copy of this video please contact the producers through this link: rivard@rivard.tv

published: 20 Dec 2011

Organic food - hype or hope? | DW Documentary

There is growing demand in the western world for organic food. But do consumers always get what it says on the label? How can authenticity be verified?
Is organic food automatically healthier? Consumers are prepared to pay a significant premium for it. There are currently, however, no reliable tests for distinguishing organic from conventionally produced food. Farmers need to invest a great deal of time, energy and money to qualify as a producer of organic food. There is no proof, however, that organic food actually contains fewer contaminants than conventionally farmed products. There is no such thing as pollution-free food, and there are currently no tests available for reliably distinguishing between organic and non-organic food. That opens doors for lucrative labeling fraud, which in ...

published: 30 May 2018

Ballance and SAP – Sustainable Farming in New Zealand

New Zealand's agri-nutrient cooperative Balance ensures that farmers get the right products at a tip of their fingers – with myBallance running on SAPHybris and SAP S/4HANA applications.

What is organic farming? | Biology for All | FuseSchool

As populations have grown, farming practices have become more intensified to maximise crop yields and ensure we can feed the ever growing population. Fertiliser...

As populations have grown, farming practices have become more intensified to maximise crop yields and ensure we can feed the ever growing population. Fertilisers and pesticides are used on crops, and animals may be kept inside in more densely packed sheds to maximise milk yields, or egg production, or speed up the time needed for the animal to be ready to be sent to market for meat.
An alternative to conventional farming is organic farming.
Organic farming currently accounts for about 1% of agricultural land worldwide. It focuses on sustainability and is thought to have less detrimental effects on the environment than conventional farming. This has led to it being proposed as an alternative to conventional agriculture for helping to overcome the climate change crisis we are currently experiencing. The debate continues, as it is not a perfect solution.
In theory, organic farming should not use chemical fertilisers, herbicides and pesticides or feed additives for livestock. It requires the farmer to use more natural alternatives. This results in lower yields, but the farmer can sell their produce at a higher price because consumers believe the produce is of a higher quality.
Instead of fertilisers, manure is used. This recycles waste and improves the soil structure. However, it is smelly and more difficult to apply than chemical fertilisers, and also means the farmer has less control over the mineral content they are putting into their soils.
Crop rotation is used to reduce disease building up in the soils and to strengthen the soil composition. Certain crops, such as the legume family - so peas and beans, fix nitrogen from the air and increase the nitrates in the soil. This makes the soil much more fertile, and so farmers rotate legumes with their other crops. Growing multiple crops is however less efficient and produces lower yields than specialising in one or few crops however.
Instead of using herbicides, weeding is the preferred organic farming technique. This is of course much more environmentally friendly because it is chemical free but it is very labour intensive. Although this does mean more jobs available, which is a great thing.
Organic farming is thought to maintain the biodiversity better than conventional farming because fewer chemicals are used. There are more bumble bees and insects in an area because pesticides haven’t been used. Weeds and non-crop plants can grow as herbicides aren’t used. Biodiversity benefits the food chain across all levels, from the plants up to the foxes.
These are the theories of organic farming, and is how we farmed for the one hundred thousand years before the industrial revolution. It is generally thought that organic farming is much better for biodiversity, and also produces a healthier product because less chemicals are used on it.
In the second video on organic farming, we will look at some of the problems of organic farming, and the reality of what it means to be an organic farm.
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As populations have grown, farming practices have become more intensified to maximise crop yields and ensure we can feed the ever growing population. Fertilisers and pesticides are used on crops, and animals may be kept inside in more densely packed sheds to maximise milk yields, or egg production, or speed up the time needed for the animal to be ready to be sent to market for meat.
An alternative to conventional farming is organic farming.
Organic farming currently accounts for about 1% of agricultural land worldwide. It focuses on sustainability and is thought to have less detrimental effects on the environment than conventional farming. This has led to it being proposed as an alternative to conventional agriculture for helping to overcome the climate change crisis we are currently experiencing. The debate continues, as it is not a perfect solution.
In theory, organic farming should not use chemical fertilisers, herbicides and pesticides or feed additives for livestock. It requires the farmer to use more natural alternatives. This results in lower yields, but the farmer can sell their produce at a higher price because consumers believe the produce is of a higher quality.
Instead of fertilisers, manure is used. This recycles waste and improves the soil structure. However, it is smelly and more difficult to apply than chemical fertilisers, and also means the farmer has less control over the mineral content they are putting into their soils.
Crop rotation is used to reduce disease building up in the soils and to strengthen the soil composition. Certain crops, such as the legume family - so peas and beans, fix nitrogen from the air and increase the nitrates in the soil. This makes the soil much more fertile, and so farmers rotate legumes with their other crops. Growing multiple crops is however less efficient and produces lower yields than specialising in one or few crops however.
Instead of using herbicides, weeding is the preferred organic farming technique. This is of course much more environmentally friendly because it is chemical free but it is very labour intensive. Although this does mean more jobs available, which is a great thing.
Organic farming is thought to maintain the biodiversity better than conventional farming because fewer chemicals are used. There are more bumble bees and insects in an area because pesticides haven’t been used. Weeds and non-crop plants can grow as herbicides aren’t used. Biodiversity benefits the food chain across all levels, from the plants up to the foxes.
These are the theories of organic farming, and is how we farmed for the one hundred thousand years before the industrial revolution. It is generally thought that organic farming is much better for biodiversity, and also produces a healthier product because less chemicals are used on it.
In the second video on organic farming, we will look at some of the problems of organic farming, and the reality of what it means to be an organic farm.
SUBSCRIBE to the FuseSchool YouTube channel for many more educational videos. Our teachers and animators come together to make fun & easy-to-understand videos in Chemistry, Biology, Physics, Maths & ICT.
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These videos can be used in a flipped classroom model or as a revision aid.
Find all of our Chemistry videos here:
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Organic Farming. BBC Countryfile

Thitry years ago many began to question industrial farming methods and the green "organic" revolution started.......
The promise of the good life predicted 20% ...

Thitry years ago many began to question industrial farming methods and the green "organic" revolution started.......
The promise of the good life predicted 20% organic farming by the year 2000.
Were the prediction right?
Were the promises delivered?
Tom Heap Investigates........

Thitry years ago many began to question industrial farming methods and the green "organic" revolution started.......
The promise of the good life predicted 20% organic farming by the year 2000.
Were the prediction right?
Were the promises delivered?
Tom Heap Investigates........

Organic Farming for beginners. From the movie DistrictEarth
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This Farm of the Future Uses No Soil and 95% Less Water

Watch the next episode about San Francisco becoming a zero waste city: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Cg3OA1s8-SI&list=UUJsSEDFFnMFvW9JWU6XUn0Q
As urban popul...

Watch the next episode about San Francisco becoming a zero waste city: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Cg3OA1s8-SI&list=UUJsSEDFFnMFvW9JWU6XUn0Q
As urban populations continue to rise, innovators are looking beyond traditional farming as a way to feed everyone while having less impact on our land and water resources. Vertical farming is one solution that's been implemented around the world. Vertical farms produce crops in stacked layers, often in controlled environments such as those built by AeroFarms in Newark, New Jersey. AeroFarms grows a variety of leafy salad greens using a process called "aeroponics," which relies on air and mist. AeroFarms' crops are grown entirely indoors using a reusable cloth medium made from recycled plastics. In the absence of sun exposure, the company uses LED lights that expose plants to only certain types of spectrum. AeroFarms claims it uses 95% less water than a traditional farm thanks to its specially designed root misting system. And it is now building out a new 70,000 square foot facility in a former steel mill. Once completed, it's expected to grow 2 million pounds of greens per year, making it the largest indoor vertical farm in the world.
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How a Sustainable Aquaponics Farm Grows 7000 Heads of Lettuce a Week

John fromhttp://www.growingyourgreens.com/ goes on a field trip to Sustainable Harvesters, one of the largest commercial aquaponic farms in texas. You will di...

John fromhttp://www.growingyourgreens.com/ goes on a field trip to Sustainable Harvesters, one of the largest commercial aquaponic farms in texas. You will discover how they are able to grow 7000 heads of lettuce a week using fish to produce fertilizer for the lettuce.
In this episode, John will give you a special tour of this commercial aquaponics farm. First, you will learn how aquaponics is different than hydroponics and which is more sustainable and better for the planet.
Next, you will learn all the different aspects of an aquaponics system and how it works and some of the special practices they do at Sustainable Harvesters that I haven't seen anywhere else.
You will discover why they don't add any additional nutrients to their system as well as why the only cultivate a special kind of fish that ensures their aquaponics system stays balanced.
John will then share with you how lettuce is grown from seed to full maturity in 6 weeks at Sustainable Harvesters Aquaponics Farm.
You will discover if Red or Green lettuce requires higher levels of nutrients. You will learn how they are able to cool their greenhouse efficiently using the least amount of energy and how they automatically control the temperature in the winter.
You will learn if green or red lettuce is healthier to eat.
You will also discover a home aquaponics system that you can purchase from sustainable harvesters and put on your patio at home to start growing more of your food today using the proven aquaponics technology they have been growing now for the over 3 years.
You will discover the one secret ingredient they add to their aquaponics system that caused their plants to grow faster and get greener than without it.
You will learn how you can visit Sustainable Harvesters outside Houston, TX to take an aquaponics farm tour or aquaponics class.
Finally, you will learn the one thing you need to do to ensure your success if you will be starting your own business or farm.
After watching this episode, you will have learned what it takes to grow 7000 heads of lettuce a week sustainably using fish and creating systems to ensure everything runs smoothly.
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John fromhttp://www.growingyourgreens.com/ goes on a field trip to Sustainable Harvesters, one of the largest commercial aquaponic farms in texas. You will discover how they are able to grow 7000 heads of lettuce a week using fish to produce fertilizer for the lettuce.
In this episode, John will give you a special tour of this commercial aquaponics farm. First, you will learn how aquaponics is different than hydroponics and which is more sustainable and better for the planet.
Next, you will learn all the different aspects of an aquaponics system and how it works and some of the special practices they do at Sustainable Harvesters that I haven't seen anywhere else.
You will discover why they don't add any additional nutrients to their system as well as why the only cultivate a special kind of fish that ensures their aquaponics system stays balanced.
John will then share with you how lettuce is grown from seed to full maturity in 6 weeks at Sustainable Harvesters Aquaponics Farm.
You will discover if Red or Green lettuce requires higher levels of nutrients. You will learn how they are able to cool their greenhouse efficiently using the least amount of energy and how they automatically control the temperature in the winter.
You will learn if green or red lettuce is healthier to eat.
You will also discover a home aquaponics system that you can purchase from sustainable harvesters and put on your patio at home to start growing more of your food today using the proven aquaponics technology they have been growing now for the over 3 years.
You will discover the one secret ingredient they add to their aquaponics system that caused their plants to grow faster and get greener than without it.
You will learn how you can visit Sustainable Harvesters outside Houston, TX to take an aquaponics farm tour or aquaponics class.
Finally, you will learn the one thing you need to do to ensure your success if you will be starting your own business or farm.
After watching this episode, you will have learned what it takes to grow 7000 heads of lettuce a week sustainably using fish and creating systems to ensure everything runs smoothly.
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Changing India: The future of organic farming in India

With organic farming reviving across India, and around the globe, the area under such cultivation is expected to rise in the coming years. WION brings you a spe...

With organic farming reviving across India, and around the globe, the area under such cultivation is expected to rise in the coming years. WION brings you a special report on the changing scenario of organic farming in India
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With organic farming reviving across India, and around the globe, the area under such cultivation is expected to rise in the coming years. WION brings you a special report on the changing scenario of organic farming in India
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A long stretch of road linking several provinces of Myanmar, the Lao People’s Democratic Republic, Thailand and Viet Nam is home to many impoverished farmers. But things are slowly changing. Thanks to an improved road system, farmers now have an opportunity to distribute their agricultural products over long distances, reaching large, rich markets across the region. Farmers are also adding value to agricultural production through organic farming in order to raise their income. Once a marginal activity targeting niche markets, organic farming is becoming a mainstream business opportunity, meeting the demands of a rapidly expanding market.
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A long stretch of road linking several provinces of Myanmar, the Lao People’s Democratic Republic, Thailand and Viet Nam is home to many impoverished farmers. But things are slowly changing. Thanks to an improved road system, farmers now have an opportunity to distribute their agricultural products over long distances, reaching large, rich markets across the region. Farmers are also adding value to agricultural production through organic farming in order to raise their income. Once a marginal activity targeting niche markets, organic farming is becoming a mainstream business opportunity, meeting the demands of a rapidly expanding market.
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Organic 3.0 - Sustainable Food and Farming 🥦 🍅 🍎

📜 Organic3.0 is the next phase of organic development. Organic 3.0 has the goal to enable a widespread uptake of truly sustainable farming systems and markets...

📜 Organic3.0 is the next phase of organic development. Organic 3.0 has the goal to enable a widespread uptake of truly sustainable farming systems and markets based on organic principles.
📥 DOWNLOAD “The World of Organic Agricultural 2018” for free:
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The 2018 edition of the study “The World of Organic Agriculture” (data per end of 2016) published by FiBL and IFOAM – Organics International shows that the positive trend seen in the past years continues: Consumer demand for organic products is increasing, more farmers cultivate organically, more land is certified organic, and 178 countries report organic farming activities. The survey is supported by the SwissState Secretariat for Economic Affairs (SECO), the International Trade Centre (ITC), and NürnbergMesse, the organizers of the BIOFACH fair.
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Pacific StatesLead by Example on Climate Change by Going Organic!
https://www.organicwithoutboundaries.bio/2017/12/11/climate-disasters/
Find Out How Organic Farming Benefits Farmers, Consumers, Buyers and Traders!
https://www.organicwithoutboundaries.bio/2018/06/13/benefits-organic-farming-laos/
Winners of the Organic Farming Innovation Award 2017!
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In our work around the globe we come across remarkable stories of remarkable individuals who work to make our world more sustainable. We’ve launched ‘Organic WithoutBoundaries’, a blog that showcases the work of organically-minded people from all over the world. Farmers, scientists, policy-makers, consumers tell their own story of how they are cultivating positive change and what they see as the way forward to a better world. Make sure you don’t miss out on new posts.
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📜 Organic3.0 is the next phase of organic development. Organic 3.0 has the goal to enable a widespread uptake of truly sustainable farming systems and markets based on organic principles.
📥 DOWNLOAD “The World of Organic Agricultural 2018” for free:
https://www.ifoam.bio/en/sign-download-world-organic-agriculture-statistics-emerging-trends-2018
The 2018 edition of the study “The World of Organic Agriculture” (data per end of 2016) published by FiBL and IFOAM – Organics International shows that the positive trend seen in the past years continues: Consumer demand for organic products is increasing, more farmers cultivate organically, more land is certified organic, and 178 countries report organic farming activities. The survey is supported by the SwissState Secretariat for Economic Affairs (SECO), the International Trade Centre (ITC), and NürnbergMesse, the organizers of the BIOFACH fair.
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The global organic movement developed the concept of Organic 3.0 that is summarized in this landmark document in a participatory process. The membership shares the visions and commits to being part of this strategic roadmap and to following the common objectives in own missions and strategies.
https://ifoam.bio/organic3zero
🔎 LEARN MORE about the Principles/Landmarks of Organic Agriculture:
https://www.ifoam.bio/en/organic-landmarks/principles-organic-agriculture
📥 DOWNLOAD Organic 3.0 for Truly Sustainable Farming & Consumption - A LandmarkDocument of the Organic Movement:
https://www.ifoam.bio/sites/default/files/summary_organic3.0_web_1.pdf
📥 DOWNLOAD Best PracticeGuideline for Agriculture & Value Chains:
https://www.ifoam.bio/sites/default/files/best_practice_guideline_v1.0.pdf
💻 CHECK OUT our blog posts highlights important aspects of Organic Agriculture:
How to Support the Growth of the Organic Sector by Funding Consumer Awareness Campaigns
https://www.organicwithoutboundaries.bio/2018/06/27/funding-consumer-awareness-campaigns/
Pacific StatesLead by Example on Climate Change by Going Organic!
https://www.organicwithoutboundaries.bio/2017/12/11/climate-disasters/
Find Out How Organic Farming Benefits Farmers, Consumers, Buyers and Traders!
https://www.organicwithoutboundaries.bio/2018/06/13/benefits-organic-farming-laos/
Winners of the Organic Farming Innovation Award 2017!
https://www.organicwithoutboundaries.bio/2017/12/11/awards-ofia-2017/
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Time to reconnect with our relatives in nature - the plant beings. A group of First NationsPeople in Saskatchewan Canada are reclaiming their Indigenous organic and natural agricultural heritage, reconnecting with Nature, learning and observing her natural laws, and getting back on the road to self-reliance. This video is presented here courtesy of Muskoday Organic Growers Co-op.. If you want to purchase a copy of this video please contact the producers through this link: rivard@rivard.tv

Time to reconnect with our relatives in nature - the plant beings. A group of First NationsPeople in Saskatchewan Canada are reclaiming their Indigenous organic and natural agricultural heritage, reconnecting with Nature, learning and observing her natural laws, and getting back on the road to self-reliance. This video is presented here courtesy of Muskoday Organic Growers Co-op.. If you want to purchase a copy of this video please contact the producers through this link: rivard@rivard.tv

Organic food - hype or hope? | DW Documentary

There is growing demand in the western world for organic food. But do consumers always get what it says on the label? How can authenticity be verified?
Is orga...

There is growing demand in the western world for organic food. But do consumers always get what it says on the label? How can authenticity be verified?
Is organic food automatically healthier? Consumers are prepared to pay a significant premium for it. There are currently, however, no reliable tests for distinguishing organic from conventionally produced food. Farmers need to invest a great deal of time, energy and money to qualify as a producer of organic food. There is no proof, however, that organic food actually contains fewer contaminants than conventionally farmed products. There is no such thing as pollution-free food, and there are currently no tests available for reliably distinguishing between organic and non-organic food. That opens doors for lucrative labeling fraud, which in turn explains why there are far more organic eggs on the market at Easter than at any other time of the year. The statistics clearly suggest manipulation, but it is hard to obtain evidence due to the differences between the two production processes appearing to have little effect on the quality of the product. Irish dairy farmers, for instance, are not allowed to label their milk "organic" because the pasture land where their herds spend more than 300 days a year are treated with mineral fertilizers. Because cows are themselves bioreactors, however, the milk they yield contains no trace at all of fertilizer. On average, conventional Irish milk contains more omega 3 fatty acids and antioxidants than organic milk from Germany. The reason is the fodder; German organic farms may use only concentrates and silage as supplementary feed to increase milk output - which impacts negatively on the quality of the milk. This documentary looks at researchers who are studying potential ways of reliably distinguishing between organic and conventionally produced food. And that is no easy task. Nearly every foodstuff requires a specific test. But one thing is certain: organic farming makes a major contribution to human welfare - by helping to mitigate climate change, protect the groundwater, conserve nature and promote animal welfare.
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There is growing demand in the western world for organic food. But do consumers always get what it says on the label? How can authenticity be verified?
Is organic food automatically healthier? Consumers are prepared to pay a significant premium for it. There are currently, however, no reliable tests for distinguishing organic from conventionally produced food. Farmers need to invest a great deal of time, energy and money to qualify as a producer of organic food. There is no proof, however, that organic food actually contains fewer contaminants than conventionally farmed products. There is no such thing as pollution-free food, and there are currently no tests available for reliably distinguishing between organic and non-organic food. That opens doors for lucrative labeling fraud, which in turn explains why there are far more organic eggs on the market at Easter than at any other time of the year. The statistics clearly suggest manipulation, but it is hard to obtain evidence due to the differences between the two production processes appearing to have little effect on the quality of the product. Irish dairy farmers, for instance, are not allowed to label their milk "organic" because the pasture land where their herds spend more than 300 days a year are treated with mineral fertilizers. Because cows are themselves bioreactors, however, the milk they yield contains no trace at all of fertilizer. On average, conventional Irish milk contains more omega 3 fatty acids and antioxidants than organic milk from Germany. The reason is the fodder; German organic farms may use only concentrates and silage as supplementary feed to increase milk output - which impacts negatively on the quality of the milk. This documentary looks at researchers who are studying potential ways of reliably distinguishing between organic and conventionally produced food. And that is no easy task. Nearly every foodstuff requires a specific test. But one thing is certain: organic farming makes a major contribution to human welfare - by helping to mitigate climate change, protect the groundwater, conserve nature and promote animal welfare.
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What is organic farming? | Biology for All | FuseSchool

As populations have grown, farming practices have become more intensified to maximise crop yields and ensure we can feed the ever growing population. Fertilisers and pesticides are used on crops, and animals may be kept inside in more densely packed sheds to maximise milk yields, or egg production, or speed up the time needed for the animal to be ready to be sent to market for meat.
An alternative to conventional farming is organic farming.
Organic farming currently accounts for about 1% of agricultural land worldwide. It focuses on sustainability and is thought to have less detrimental effects on the environment than conventional farming. This has led to it being proposed as an alternative to conventional agriculture for helping to overcome the climate change crisis we are currently experiencing. The debate continues, as it is not a perfect solution.
In theory, organic farming should not use chemical fertilisers, herbicides and pesticides or feed additives for livestock. It requires the farmer to use more natural alternatives. This results in lower yields, but the farmer can sell their produce at a higher price because consumers believe the produce is of a higher quality.
Instead of fertilisers, manure is used. This recycles waste and improves the soil structure. However, it is smelly and more difficult to apply than chemical fertilisers, and also means the farmer has less control over the mineral content they are putting into their soils.
Crop rotation is used to reduce disease building up in the soils and to strengthen the soil composition. Certain crops, such as the legume family - so peas and beans, fix nitrogen from the air and increase the nitrates in the soil. This makes the soil much more fertile, and so farmers rotate legumes with their other crops. Growing multiple crops is however less efficient and produces lower yields than specialising in one or few crops however.
Instead of using herbicides, weeding is the preferred organic farming technique. This is of course much more environmentally friendly because it is chemical free but it is very labour intensive. Although this does mean more jobs available, which is a great thing.
Organic farming is thought to maintain the biodiversity better than conventional farming because fewer chemicals are used. There are more bumble bees and insects in an area because pesticides haven’t been used. Weeds and non-crop plants can grow as herbicides aren’t used. Biodiversity benefits the food chain across all levels, from the plants up to the foxes.
These are the theories of organic farming, and is how we farmed for the one hundred thousand years before the industrial revolution. It is generally thought that organic farming is much better for biodiversity, and also produces a healthier product because less chemicals are used on it.
In the second video on organic farming, we will look at some of the problems of organic farming, and the reality of what it means to be an organic farm.
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Organic Farming. BBC Countryfile

Thitry years ago many began to question industrial farming methods and the green "organic" revolution started.......
The promise of the good life predicted 20% organic farming by the year 2000.
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Organic Farming for beginners. From the movie DistrictEarth
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This Farm of the Future Uses No Soil and 95% Less Water

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As urban populations continue to rise, innovators are looking beyond traditional farming as a way to feed everyone while having less impact on our land and water resources. Vertical farming is one solution that's been implemented around the world. Vertical farms produce crops in stacked layers, often in controlled environments such as those built by AeroFarms in Newark, New Jersey. AeroFarms grows a variety of leafy salad greens using a process called "aeroponics," which relies on air and mist. AeroFarms' crops are grown entirely indoors using a reusable cloth medium made from recycled plastics. In the absence of sun exposure, the company uses LED lights that expose plants to only certain types of spectrum. AeroFarms claims it uses 95% less water than a traditional farm thanks to its specially designed root misting system. And it is now building out a new 70,000 square foot facility in a former steel mill. Once completed, it's expected to grow 2 million pounds of greens per year, making it the largest indoor vertical farm in the world.
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How a Sustainable Aquaponics Farm Grows 7000 Heads of Lettuce a Week

John fromhttp://www.growingyourgreens.com/ goes on a field trip to Sustainable Harvesters, one of the largest commercial aquaponic farms in texas. You will discover how they are able to grow 7000 heads of lettuce a week using fish to produce fertilizer for the lettuce.
In this episode, John will give you a special tour of this commercial aquaponics farm. First, you will learn how aquaponics is different than hydroponics and which is more sustainable and better for the planet.
Next, you will learn all the different aspects of an aquaponics system and how it works and some of the special practices they do at Sustainable Harvesters that I haven't seen anywhere else.
You will discover why they don't add any additional nutrients to their system as well as why the only cultivate a special kind of fish that ensures their aquaponics system stays balanced.
John will then share with you how lettuce is grown from seed to full maturity in 6 weeks at Sustainable Harvesters Aquaponics Farm.
You will discover if Red or Green lettuce requires higher levels of nutrients. You will learn how they are able to cool their greenhouse efficiently using the least amount of energy and how they automatically control the temperature in the winter.
You will learn if green or red lettuce is healthier to eat.
You will also discover a home aquaponics system that you can purchase from sustainable harvesters and put on your patio at home to start growing more of your food today using the proven aquaponics technology they have been growing now for the over 3 years.
You will discover the one secret ingredient they add to their aquaponics system that caused their plants to grow faster and get greener than without it.
You will learn how you can visit Sustainable Harvesters outside Houston, TX to take an aquaponics farm tour or aquaponics class.
Finally, you will learn the one thing you need to do to ensure your success if you will be starting your own business or farm.
After watching this episode, you will have learned what it takes to grow 7000 heads of lettuce a week sustainably using fish and creating systems to ensure everything runs smoothly.
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Changing India: The future of organic farming in India

With organic farming reviving across India, and around the globe, the area under such cultivation is expected to rise in the coming years. WION brings you a special report on the changing scenario of organic farming in India
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Organic Farming along the Mighty Mekong

A long stretch of road linking several provinces of Myanmar, the Lao People’s Democratic Republic, Thailand and Viet Nam is home to many impoverished farmers. But things are slowly changing. Thanks to an improved road system, farmers now have an opportunity to distribute their agricultural products over long distances, reaching large, rich markets across the region. Farmers are also adding value to agricultural production through organic farming in order to raise their income. Once a marginal activity targeting niche markets, organic farming is becoming a mainstream business opportunity, meeting the demands of a rapidly expanding market.
The Asian Development Bank aims for an Asia and Pacific free from poverty. Approximately 1.4 billion people in the region are poor and unable to access essential goods, services, assets and opportunities to which every human is entitled.
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Organic 3.0 - Sustainable Food and Farming 🥦 🍅 🍎

📜 Organic3.0 is the next phase of organic development. Organic 3.0 has the goal to enable a widespread uptake of truly sustainable farming systems and markets based on organic principles.
📥 DOWNLOAD “The World of Organic Agricultural 2018” for free:
https://www.ifoam.bio/en/sign-download-world-organic-agriculture-statistics-emerging-trends-2018
The 2018 edition of the study “The World of Organic Agriculture” (data per end of 2016) published by FiBL and IFOAM – Organics International shows that the positive trend seen in the past years continues: Consumer demand for organic products is increasing, more farmers cultivate organically, more land is certified organic, and 178 countries report organic farming activities. The survey is supported by the SwissState Secretariat for Economic Affairs (SECO), the International Trade Centre (ITC), and NürnbergMesse, the organizers of the BIOFACH fair.
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🔎 LEARN MORE about the Organic 3.0:
The global organic movement developed the concept of Organic 3.0 that is summarized in this landmark document in a participatory process. The membership shares the visions and commits to being part of this strategic roadmap and to following the common objectives in own missions and strategies.
https://ifoam.bio/organic3zero
🔎 LEARN MORE about the Principles/Landmarks of Organic Agriculture:
https://www.ifoam.bio/en/organic-landmarks/principles-organic-agriculture
📥 DOWNLOAD Organic 3.0 for Truly Sustainable Farming & Consumption - A LandmarkDocument of the Organic Movement:
https://www.ifoam.bio/sites/default/files/summary_organic3.0_web_1.pdf
📥 DOWNLOAD Best PracticeGuideline for Agriculture & Value Chains:
https://www.ifoam.bio/sites/default/files/best_practice_guideline_v1.0.pdf
💻 CHECK OUT our blog posts highlights important aspects of Organic Agriculture:
How to Support the Growth of the Organic Sector by Funding Consumer Awareness Campaigns
https://www.organicwithoutboundaries.bio/2018/06/27/funding-consumer-awareness-campaigns/
Pacific StatesLead by Example on Climate Change by Going Organic!
https://www.organicwithoutboundaries.bio/2017/12/11/climate-disasters/
Find Out How Organic Farming Benefits Farmers, Consumers, Buyers and Traders!
https://www.organicwithoutboundaries.bio/2018/06/13/benefits-organic-farming-laos/
Winners of the Organic Farming Innovation Award 2017!
https://www.organicwithoutboundaries.bio/2017/12/11/awards-ofia-2017/
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The Great Laws of Nature: Indigenous Organic Agriculture Documentary

Time to reconnect with our relatives in nature - the plant beings. A group of First NationsPeople in Saskatchewan Canada are reclaiming their Indigenous organic and natural agricultural heritage, reconnecting with Nature, learning and observing her natural laws, and getting back on the road to self-reliance. This video is presented here courtesy of Muskoday Organic Growers Co-op.. If you want to purchase a copy of this video please contact the producers through this link: rivard@rivard.tv

Organic food - hype or hope? | DW Documentary

There is growing demand in the western world for organic food. But do consumers always get what it says on the label? How can authenticity be verified?
Is organic food automatically healthier? Consumers are prepared to pay a significant premium for it. There are currently, however, no reliable tests for distinguishing organic from conventionally produced food. Farmers need to invest a great deal of time, energy and money to qualify as a producer of organic food. There is no proof, however, that organic food actually contains fewer contaminants than conventionally farmed products. There is no such thing as pollution-free food, and there are currently no tests available for reliably distinguishing between organic and non-organic food. That opens doors for lucrative labeling fraud, which in turn explains why there are far more organic eggs on the market at Easter than at any other time of the year. The statistics clearly suggest manipulation, but it is hard to obtain evidence due to the differences between the two production processes appearing to have little effect on the quality of the product. Irish dairy farmers, for instance, are not allowed to label their milk "organic" because the pasture land where their herds spend more than 300 days a year are treated with mineral fertilizers. Because cows are themselves bioreactors, however, the milk they yield contains no trace at all of fertilizer. On average, conventional Irish milk contains more omega 3 fatty acids and antioxidants than organic milk from Germany. The reason is the fodder; German organic farms may use only concentrates and silage as supplementary feed to increase milk output - which impacts negatively on the quality of the milk. This documentary looks at researchers who are studying potential ways of reliably distinguishing between organic and conventionally produced food. And that is no easy task. Nearly every foodstuff requires a specific test. But one thing is certain: organic farming makes a major contribution to human welfare - by helping to mitigate climate change, protect the groundwater, conserve nature and promote animal welfare.
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Sustainable agriculture

Sustainable agriculture is the act of farming based on an understanding of ecosystem services, the study of relationships between organisms and their environment. It has been defined as "an integrated system of plant and animal production practices having a site-specific application that will last over the long term", for example:

Satisfy human food and fiber needs

Enhance environmental quality and the natural resource base upon which the agricultural economy depends

Make the most efficient use of non-renewable resources and on-farm resources and integrate, where appropriate, natural biological cycles and controls

Sustain the economic viability of farm operations

Enhance the quality of life for farmers and society as a whole

History of the term

The phrase was reportedly coined by Australian agricultural scientist Gordon McClymont.
Wes Jackson is credited with the first publication of the expression in his 1980 book New Roots for Agriculture.
The term became popularly used in the late 1980s.

International marine conservation agencies like the Monterey Bay Aquarium and the international seafood industry have joined forces to use premium prices for eco-recommended seafood, to drive a global movement for sustainably managed wild caught and farmed fish....

International marine conservation agencies like the Monterey Bay Aquarium and the international seafood industry have joined forces to use premium prices for eco-recommended seafood, to drive a global movement for sustainably managed wild caught and farmed fish....

It's part of an expansion strategy for the farming operation that's looking to become self-sustaining and further its two agendas. education and sustainability. The urban farm — formerly the Detroit Mushroom Factory — launched sign-ups for its new winter membership Jan. 8 ... The membership costs $90 and runs Feb ... Sushi ... ....

... sectors, with this growth expected to continue in 2019.Beyond climate change, the work plan also targets current issues on agricultural productivity and sustainability ... The project proponents also plan to promote more robust seed systems, and sustainablefarm management practices....

MANILA, Jan ... The Sri Lanka-IRRI five-year work plan will complement and help implement the new Sri LankaNationalPlan for the Rice Sector, according to an IRRI statement ... The project proponents also plan to promote more robust seed systems, and sustainablefarm management practices ... ....

So what implications might this study have for our colder climate and heavier soils that we farm? ... Many are adopting soil health practices such as reduced tillage, planting winter cover crops, diversifying crop rotations and utilizing no-till on their farms....

(Add that to the list of ways he’s eerily similar to your college boyfriend.) ... Puget Sound. Seattle... Was it really odd that I drank beer on Instagram Live, or was the world simply reflecting its own strangeness onto me — the hot afternoon sun on a shimmering field of heirloom wheat? The table next to me tells me about sustainablefarming practices ... ....

South Shore author has a story for you — actually, 35. By Christa Lawler Today at 5.45 p.m ...Photo courtesy of Hope McLeod ... The temps were low that week; there was occasional snowfall ... Her book "Have I Got a StoryFor You," self-published in late 2018, contains 35 portraits of sustainablefarming, UFO chasing, artist-making and adventuring ... Next up ... Shaw....

The VISCA literature that I’ve read point to the economic choices made by residents in the area converting erstwhile forested patches into coconut and abaca farms helping accelerate the denudation ... But like I said, there are sustainable forest management techniques, a reliable ......

Driving north of Pawhuska, Okla., an extraordinary landscape comes into view. Trees disappear and an immense landscape of grass emerges, undulating in the wind like a great, green ocean ... Many bison ranchers are committed to ethical and sustainable ranching practices, which sometimes are lacking in modern industrial livestock farming ... Thinking bigger ... ....

Today’s food systems are falling short of these objectives and remain both unsustainable for the environment and unable to adequately nourish a major part of the global population.” He said the smart homefarming showcase demonstrates Masdar’s commitment to exploring innovative and sustainable approaches to farming....

...sustained income ... Observing that the use of digital technologies was essential to tackle climate change and make farming environmentally relevant and sustainable, Venkaiah said the digital technologies could help in countering vagaries in farming and optimizing the resources....